Group 1: Medical Devices Industry - The cardiovascular medical device industry has significant growth potential, with the market for cardiac electrophysiology devices in China expected to grow from CNY 65.80 billion in 2021 to CNY 157.26 billion by 2025, and further to CNY 419.73 billion by 2032 [5][6] - The global market for cardiac rhythm management devices increased from USD 9.7 billion in 2016 to USD 10.6 billion in 2021, with a projected growth to USD 12.8 billion by 2030 [5] - The market for coronary artery disease devices in China is also expanding, with the number of patients expected to reach 31.67 million by 2030, and the market for aortic stent grafts projected to grow significantly [6][7] Group 2: AI Cooling Industry - The AI computing upgrade is driving innovation in cooling technologies, with liquid cooling expected to reduce data center energy consumption by 20%-30%, achieving a PUE below 1.2 [8][9] - The liquid cooling market in China is projected to reach USD 1.26 billion in the first half of 2024, with cold plate solutions currently dominating the market due to their maturity and lower infrastructure modification requirements [9][10] - The market for immersion cooling fluids is expected to grow, with silicone oil and fluorinated liquids being key players, although regulatory challenges may arise [10] Group 3: Semiconductor Industry - Aojie Technology (688220.SH) is a leading player in the baseband chip market, with projected revenues of CNY 45.80 billion, CNY 57.35 billion, and CNY 70.72 billion for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [12][13] - The company has a strong presence in both mobile baseband and IoT sectors, with significant growth expected in its ASIC business, which is anticipated to see multiple-fold growth by 2026 [12][14] Group 4: Pharmaceutical Industry - Lifang Pharmaceutical (003020.SZ) is expected to achieve revenues of CNY 18.53 billion, CNY 22.93 billion, and CNY 27.37 billion from 2025 to 2027, with a strong growth trajectory driven by its unique traditional Chinese medicine products [16][17] - The company is set to launch its first generic version of methylphenidate extended-release tablets in April 2025, targeting a large ADHD market in China [17] Group 5: Beverage Industry - IFBH (6603.HK) is positioned to capture a significant share of the coconut water market in China, which is expected to grow at a CAGR of 55% from 2019 to 2025 [19][20] - The company has established a strong brand presence and is leveraging its supply chain advantages to maintain a competitive edge in the market [20] Group 6: Nonferrous Metals Industry - Zhongmin Resources (002738.SZ) is projected to achieve net profits of CNY 6.03 billion, CNY 12.72 billion, and CNY 22.64 billion from 2025 to 2027, driven by its high-margin cesium and rubidium salt business [22][23] - The company is strategically expanding its copper business, which is expected to provide significant growth potential as demand for copper increases [23][24] Group 7: Aerospace Industry - The commercial aerospace sector is anticipated to reach a turning point with increased satellite launches and the development of reusable rockets, which are critical for the growth of satellite internet [29][30] - Companies like Blue Arrow Aerospace and Tianbing Technology are making significant advancements in rocket technology, with planned launches that could enhance China's capabilities in commercial space [30][31]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the industry [1] Core Insights - The rapid growth of data centers and the increasing power demands necessitate efficient cooling technologies, with liquid cooling addressing high energy consumption and heat generation issues. By 2024, China's computing centers are expected to consume 166 billion kWh, accounting for 1.68% of the total electricity consumption [2][2] - The main liquid cooling technologies are cold plate and immersion cooling, with cold plate cooling being the most widely used due to its mature technology. Liquid cooling offers multiple advantages, including high heat exchange efficiency, energy savings, and reduced noise [2][2] - The market for cooling liquids is projected to grow significantly, with an estimated demand of approximately 89,000 tons for AI data centers by 2028 and an additional 19,000 tons from traditional server installations [2][2] Summary by Sections 1. Main Cooling Pathways - Liquid cooling technology is categorized into indirect cooling (mainly cold plate) and direct cooling (including immersion and spray cooling). Cold plate cooling is the most common, while immersion cooling offers higher heat dissipation capabilities but at a higher operational cost [2][2][2] 2. Water-Based Cooling Liquids - Water-based cooling liquids are primarily used in single-phase cold plate cooling, offering good thermal conductivity and low cost. However, they may pose risks of algae and bacteria growth [48][50] 3. Oil-Based Cooling Liquids - Oil-based cooling liquids, including mineral oil and synthetic oil, are mainly used in single-phase immersion cooling. They are cost-effective and environmentally friendly but have lower thermal conductivity compared to other options [53][56] 4. Market Space Estimation - The liquid cooling market in China is expected to exceed 100 billion yuan by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate of 51.4% from 2019 to 2027 [17][17] 5. Commercialization of Liquid Cooling Technology - The commercialization of liquid cooling technology is increasing, with major IT companies like Alibaba, Baidu, and Tencent implementing successful liquid cooling applications [27][27]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the fluorochemical industry [5][8]. Core Views - The fluorochemical industry is experiencing a strong performance, with the industry index outperforming major stock indices in August 2025. The fluorochemical index rose by 16.75% compared to the previous month, indicating robust market dynamics [1][15]. - Main refrigerant prices are expected to continue stable growth, driven by limited supply and strong demand. The average prices for R32 and R134a are projected to rise in the coming months [2][22]. - The development of liquid cooling technology is expected to significantly boost the demand for fluorinated liquids and refrigerants, as traditional cooling methods are becoming less effective [4][62]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Performance - As of August 29, 2025, the fluorochemical index reached 1681.54 points, up 16.75% from the end of July, outperforming the Shenwan Chemical Index by 7.77 percentage points [1][15]. 2. Refrigerant Market Review - The prices of major refrigerants are on an upward trend due to supply constraints. R32 is expected to average 62,000 CNY/ton in September to November, while R134a is projected to average 52,000 CNY/ton [2][22][24]. - Export data shows a mixed performance, with R32 exports increasing by 13% year-on-year, while R22 exports decreased by 34% [35]. 3. Liquid Cooling Demand - The rise of AI technology and increased server power density are driving the shift towards liquid cooling solutions, which are more efficient than traditional air cooling methods. This trend is expected to enhance the demand for fluorinated liquids and refrigerants [4][62][66]. 4. Regulatory Environment - China's commitment to the Montreal Protocol includes significant reductions in HCFCs and HFCs production and usage, which will impact the refrigerant market dynamics positively in the long term [71][74]. 5. Key Companies and Investment Recommendations - Companies such as Juhua Co., Dongyue Group, and Sanmei Co. are highlighted as key players in the fluorochemical sector, with strong growth prospects due to their leading positions in refrigerant quotas and advanced technologies [4][8][70].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the prices of mainstream refrigerants are expected to stabilize and grow in the future, particularly for R32 and R134a, due to limited available supply and strong support from the supply side [2][6][7] - R32 new order prices are projected to increase further, with average prices expected to be 62,000 yuan/ton, 63,000 yuan/ton, and 64,000 yuan/ton for September to November [1][2] - R134a prices are also expected to rise, with average prices projected at 52,000 yuan/ton, 53,000 yuan/ton, and 54,000 yuan/ton for the same period [2][6] Group 2 - The air conditioning production base was high last year, leading to a decline in total air conditioning production year-on-year in September 2025, with a drop of 6.3% in September and 23.4% in October [3][4] - Domestic air conditioning production showed strong growth in the first half of 2025, but the export market began to decline from May, with a total export of 44.92 million units from January to July, up 4.2% year-on-year [3][4] Group 3 - The development of AI technology is significantly increasing server power density, making traditional air cooling methods reach their limits, thus driving demand for liquid cooling technologies [1][5] - Liquid cooling technologies, such as immersion and two-phase cold plate cooling, are expected to lead to rapid growth in the demand for upstream fluorinated liquids and refrigerants [5][6] - Companies like Juhua Co., Ltd. (600160), Sanmei Co., Ltd. (603379), and Dongyue Group are recommended for their strong positions in the fluorochemical industry [5][7] Group 4 - The second-generation refrigerant quota reduction is accelerating, and the third-generation refrigerant quota system will continue, indicating a long-term trend of tightening supply constraints [6][7] - The demand side is influenced by national subsidy policies and growing demand in emerging regions, leading to significant increases in domestic and foreign air conditioning production and shipments [6][7] - The supply of second-generation refrigerants like R22 is expected to shrink rapidly, creating a supply-demand gap in 2025 [6][7]